Leatherjacket Control with Steinernema (50 Million) BC35

WEIGHT: 0.03 kgSKU: BC35QTY IN PACK: 50 Million

Leatherjacket Control with Steinernema BC35 (50 Million)

Steinernema-System is based on a unique strain of the insect parasitic nematode Steinernema feltiae and provides the perfect biological solution to soil dwelling pests such as the larvae of fungus gnat, shore fly and thrips pupae. It has also an effect against thrips and leafminer when applied on the leaves.

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Available to order between: 1st March - 31st October

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Technical Information

SKU

BC35

Weight

0.0300

Pest

Leatherjackets

Brand

Agralan

Qty In Pack

50 Million

Details

Leatherjacket's feed on grass roots from September and through to the following summer and are the legless greyish brown larvae of the crane fly (daddy long legs). They pupate in the summer and adults emerge, sometimes in huge numbers in August, ready to lay eggs again. The larvae weaken the lawn which can then be pulled up by birds feeding on the larvae. Larvae may move from lawn areas to neighbouring flower beds. Control with Parasitic nematodes (Steinernema feltiae) . A microscopic transparent worm that feeds and multiplies within the larvae. Apply mid-September to a well-watered lawn. Best applied in the evening or on a dull day, soil temperature must be at least 10 degrees C. Treatment can be repeated in the spring with severe infestations.

Usage

Use treatments between September and October for effective control. A second treatment may be applied the following spring or in mild autumns.